James Seli

James Seli, PE

  • Principal
  • Director of Geotechnical Engineering

Education

  • M.E. Civil Engineering, Virginia Tech
  • B.S. Civil Engineering, Virginia Tech
  • Post-Baccalaureate Certificate. Information Systems, Virginia Commonwealth University

Specialties

  • Geotechnical Engineering

Associations

  • Member, American Society of Civil Engineers
  • Member, Association of State Dam Safety Officials
  • Member, Deep Foundation Institute
  • Member, Pile Driving Contractors Association
  • Member, Association of Drilled Shaft Contractors
  • Member, American Society of Highway Engineers

Bio

Mr. Seli has over 30 years of experience in geotechnical engineering.  As Director of Geotechnical Engineering, he is responsible for technical standards and training for both design and construction phase services.  He also acts as a Senior Reviewer and Project Manager for geotechnical engineering and dam engineering studies throughout the firm.  His geotechnical engineering experience includes: piers, bulkheads, and dry docks; bridges and highways; power generation facilities; heavy industrial projects;  earth dams; water treatment facilities; commercial buildings; and parking decks.  Mr. Seli also acts as the corporate resource for dynamic testing of pile foundations.